Narcissus Paperwhite Grandiflora

Narcissus Paperwhite Grandiflora are strongly scented flowers. Pure white start shaped flowers with a tiny central cup. They are undoubtedly an elegant flower on very long stems.

Traditionally Paperwhite Grandiflora is ideal for Christmas forcing. Planted in pots in October and given a treatment of 6-8 weeks below 10°C. Give the bulbs 2-3cm  room either side, and use a well draining, moisture holding soil such as a loam mix. They only need to be kept moist, not wet. Once they have had their cold snap then place them in a warm and bright position indoors and they will start to grow. You can do this with Grand Soliel D’or or Erlicheer too.

However Narcissus Paperwhite Grandiflora will be happy grown in the ground and will flower during spring. You will still be able to catch the scent outside.